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Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2025
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. This Site also uses similar browser-based technologies such as localStorage. Together these are referred to as "cookies and similar technologies" in this policy.
What we use
This Site uses only essential cookies and similar technologies. We do not use analytics cookies or advertising cookies.
| Name / purpose | Set by | What it does | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookie notice preference cookie_notice_acknowledged | joelmaillard.com | Remembers that you have acknowledged the cookie banner so it is not shown again | Persistent (localStorage) |
| reCAPTCHA Various (_GRECAPTCHA etc.) | Used only when you submit a form (contact or ebook request). Collects device and browser signals to distinguish humans from bots and prevent abuse | Session / as set by Google |
No analytics or advertising cookies
We do not currently use Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, or any other analytics or advertising technology. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and, where required, request your consent before loading those technologies.
reCAPTCHA and Google
reCAPTCHA v3 is a security service provided by Google LLC. It runs in the background when you interact with forms on this Site. Google may use the signals it collects for its own purposes under its own privacy policy. You can review Google's data practices at policies.google.com/privacy.
We treat reCAPTCHA as a necessary security measure. Without it, our forms would be exposed to automated abuse.
Managing cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this Site. For reCAPTCHA specifically, blocking Google's scripts will prevent form submissions from working.
Most browsers let you view, block or delete cookies via their privacy or security settings. For more information, visit aboutcookies.org.
Contact
Questions about this policy: hello@joelmaillard.com